Konal - Goalpokher - II, Uttar Dinajpur
Konal is a village situated in the Goalpokher - II subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 44.2 km from Goalpokhar . Surjapur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konal is 309307. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 733209 pincode. Kishanganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Konal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Konal
As per Census 2011, Konal village has a total population of 3,686 people, consisting of 1,915 males and 1,771 females. The village has 758 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,622 literate and 2,064 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,686 | 1,915 | 1,771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 313 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,267 | 667 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 965 | 657 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,064 | 950 | 1,114 |
Nearby Villages of Konal
Konal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Konal
Konal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Konal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanganj to Konal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Konal
Where is Konal located?
Konal village is located in Goalpokher - II Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konal?
The Gram Panchayat of Konal is Surjapur-ii.
What is the pincode of Konal?
The pincode of Konal is 733209.
What is the population of Konal?
Konal has a total population of 3,686, including 1,915 males and 1,771 females.
How many households are there in Konal?
There are 758 households in Konal.
What is the literacy rate in Konal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konal is 44.00%. Male literacy is 50.39% and female literacy is 37.10%.